OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at ATLAS ROOFING CORPORATION (DAINGERFIELD, TEXAS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Sep 29, 2020 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · DAINGERFIELD, TEXAS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Sep 29, 2020
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
DAINGERFIELD, TEXAS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was replacing a chain on the palletizer machine when his hand was caught between the chain and sprocket. His left middle fingertip was crushed and surgically amputated. The machine was not locked out at the time.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
US OSHA Severe Injury Reports (29 CFR 1904.39)
https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports
Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in this OSHA incident at ATLAS ROOFING CORPORATION?
An employee was replacing a chain on the palletizer machine when his hand was caught between the chain and sprocket. His left middle fingertip was crushed and surgically amputated. The machine was not locked out at the time.
What injuries occurred in this incident at ATLAS ROOFING CORPORATION?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.